Everything You Need to Know Before Purchasing a Handgun

Whether you are a first-time buyer of a handgun or you already own several, there are a number of things you should know before purchasing one. For instance, did you know, to purchase handguns, buyers must be at least 21 years of age?

Before you buy a handgun, you should be knowledgeable of the gun laws applicable to where you live and/or are located. You should understand the importance of gun safety and the benefits of frequent training. And it is a good idea to determine what you plan on using the handgun for before you buy it—this will help you buy an appropriate handgun for your intended purpose. Lastly, you should know what to expect of the gun-buying process.

Be Aware of Gun Laws

In the United States of America, the sale, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition are regulated by local, state, and federal laws. If you want to purchase a handgun in this country, then you must meet a number of specific requirements. For example, you must be a current U.S. citizen or green card holder; you cannot be a fugitive or user of controlled substances; you cannot currently be committed to a mental institution, and you must be at least 21 years old.

State gun laws are independent of federal gun laws and vary state to state. Before you purchase a handgun you should know that gun owners are subject to the laws of the state they are in not just the laws of the state in which they reside.

A federal license is required to own a gun in the United States. In many states, a person is not required to have a license for gun ownership; however, if he or she wants to carry a concealed weapon, then most states do require a license for this. When you purchase a handgun from a gun dealer anywhere in the U.S.A., you will be subject to a background check run by the FBI.

Know What Type of Gun You Want

Determine how your gun will be used before you buy one. Most handgun buyers purchase handguns for home defense; however, handguns are bought for self-defense and recreational purposes as well. There are guns that are good for multiple uses, such as a 9mm Glock 19, but if you are a first-time gun buyer, then it is in your best interest to purchase a task specific gun.

You want to know what type of gun you want because there are a lot of handguns to choose from. For example, large firearms are generally a good handgun choice for home defense purposes, but they are also a good choice for people who want to practice shooting at a range. This is because large firearms usually have less recoil than smaller firearms, which makes them more accurate, comfortable, and fun to use (at the range).

You should also take into account the size of the firearm, the number of bullets it can hold, and bullet size.

Learn More By Visiting DE Guns’ Website

If you are interested in purchasing a handgun, would like to learn more about the gun buying process, or want to find an FFL dealer or training program near you, then visit DE Guns’ website today. DE Guns supplies an extensive collection of handguns in addition to many more firearms, ammunition, and accessories. Contact DE Guns with any questions or comments you have by calling 402-875-6500 or fill out our online contact form.